Former national champions and Kiwi internationals from the recent past will all flock together to race once again in Central Hawke’s Bay on the weekend.
While these individuals should certainly be favoured to dominate at the 2023 New Zealand Veterans’ Motocross Championships at 1080 Argyll Rd, Ōtāne, on Saturday and Sunday (October 14-15), it’s also highly likely that a few unexpected names may end up being engraved on the trophies this time around, such is the depth of talent that will be on show at the Yamaha-sponsored event.
The entry list of riders reads like a who’s who and who used to be who of the sport and includes former world motocross No 2 Josh Coppins, of Motueka, Tauranga’s former world MX2 champion Ben Townley, New Plymouth’s former national 500cc motocross champion Mitch Rowe, and Whakatane legend Darren Capill, but, even with their “star” status, they should not be taking too much for granted.
There are plenty of riders keen, willing and able to win.
Hosted and run this season by the Central Hawke’s Bay Motorcycle Club, the popular event will feature many riders who, despite their veteran status, still rate among the sport’s elite.
